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Two Day 3 Person Team Handbook 2021 Version 9 – October 2020
Thank you to all sponsors and supporters of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast
Title Sponsor
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Service Partners
Contents
Timetable Overview 4
Compulsory competitor gear 5
General 12
Registration, Greymouth 14
Kumara Transition - Competitors 16
Kumara Transition - Support crew 17
Stage 1a - Run 2.2km 17
Stage 1b - Cycle 55km 18
Aickens Transition - Support crew 19
Stage 2 – Mountain Run 30.5km 20
Klondyke Corner - Support crew 22
Saturday timetable (Day 2) 23
Stage 3 - Cycle 15.5km & Run 1.3km 23
Mount White - Support crew 25
Stage 4 – Kayak 70km 27
Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge - Support crew 29
Stage 5 Cycle 69.5km 30
New Brighton Finish 31
Support crew 31
Prizegiving 33
Lost Property 33
Plan B - Bad weather alternatives 34
Railway Lines & Crossing Safety 38
Two Day Support crew timetable 39
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**COVID-19** Friday
This Handbook is subject to change due to COVID-19 5:30am Bike transition opens
restrictions. This will require flexibility from athletes and Kumara Transition, 32 Otira Highway, Kumara
support crew. Any changes will be communicated via the 6:30am Bike transition closes
event newsletter, website, Facebook and App. Kumara transition
6:45am Pre-start race briefing
Two Day 3 Person Team Kumara Beach, Serpentine Road, Kumara
7am Race Start Individuals
3 team members: Cyclist, Runner, Kayaker Kumara Beach
7:20am Race Start Teams (includes Tandems)
Day 1 (Friday) Kumara Beach
Stage 1a: 2.2km Run - Cyclist or Kayaker (team
Runner cannot do this run as they won’t 2pm Cut-off at Doreen Creek
make the start of the Mountain Run due 4pm Cut-off at Goat Pass
to road closure) 7pm Day 1 video highlights
Stage 1b: 55km Cycle - Cyclist Klondyke Corner, West Coast Road, Arthur’s Pass
Stage 2: 30.5km Mountain Run - Runner 7:30pm Cut-off at Klondyke Corner
Day 2 (Saturday) Saturday
Stage 3: 15km Cycle - Cyclist
4:30am Mt White Kayak Transition car park open
1km Run - Runner
Mt White Bridge
Stage 4: 70km Kayak - Kayaker
5am All support crews must have departed
400m Run - Runner
Klondyke Corner for Mt White
Stage 5: 69.5km Cycle - Cyclist
6:45am Day 2 Race start (early group)
Klondyke Corner
All team members can run down the finish chute to-
gether on both days. 6:50am Support crew briefing
Mt White Bridge
From 7am Day 2 Race starts
Timetable Overview Klondyke Corner
Note: Plan B times may vary 9:20am Athletes must be on the water at Mt White
4:30pm Kayak cut-off at Gooseberry checkpoint
Thursday
7pm Kayak cut-off at Woodstock checkpoint
9am-4pm Registration & Sponsor Expo open
8:15pm Kayak cut-off at Gorge Bridge
Westland Recreation Centre, 83 High Street, Greymouth
12:30pm Elite & Ambassador athlete interviews Midnight Course closes
Monteith’s Brewery, 60 Herbert Street, Greymouth
5pm Race Briefing Sunday
Westurf Hockey Ground (next to Westland Rec Centre) 8-9:30am Post event breakfast
Addington Raceway, 75 Jack Hinton Drive, Addington
Ticketed event, purchase online
10-11:30am Prizegiving
Addington Raceway
12pm Monteith’s post-event yarn
KATHMANDU Morrell and Co. 280 Lincoln Road, Addington
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
4
Compulsory
competitor gear
Compulsory
competitor gear
Use these checklists when packing for the event to ensure you
have all the compulsory items.
A helpful hint: stay organised by packing your gear by stage into
large containers. Tape this list onto the container, you and your
support crew will always know what you are meant to have and
when.
This gear is the minimum requirement while competing. If you
have a bad injury and need to remain in one place, especially in
poor conditions, or for an extended period of time you will need
ALL of these items.
Take into account your speed and the conditions when choosing gear.
If you are aiming to be 3-4 hours through the mountain run stage your
requirements may be different than if you are planning on taking 8+ hours.
The lightest gear will not be as robust or as warm as some other options
so choose based on your ability and if in doubt ask us!
On race day there will be specialist support on course. During training,
however, you need to be self-sufficient and your gear needs to be suitable
for all conditions.
Please note: Every year we see companies not associated with the event
selling first aid kits or other items that do not meet all the requirements.
It is your responsibility to check your gear to ensure it complies with event
rules. If in doubt contact info@coasttocoast.co.nz
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
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Cycle
Compulsory gear list
STAGES 1B, 3 & 5
Cycle checks open three weeks prior to the event at selected bike
retailers around NZ (check website). You can also complete check at
registration.
Front & rear cycle lights
Bicycle1 Must be working and switched on during
Bicycle (mountain bike is not recommended – hours of darkness and comply with NZTA
all cycling is on sealed roads). requirements. Battery to be fully charged or
Bicycle must have either standard drop style or new batteries. Required on first cycle stage and
flat mountain bike style handlebars. NO Aero- final cycle stage if leaving Gorge Bridge after
bars, clip-ons, bar-ends or bullhorn style bars 6pm.
are permitted. No time trial bikes allowed.
The bike check is not a complimentary bike
service, competitors are solely responsible for Reflective ankle bands
the maintenance and safety of your bicycling One for each ankle – must be worn if
equipment and ensure your bike is in good cycling during hours of darkness. You
working order for the event. Any work required will need these on the first cycle stage.
to bring your bike up to standard will incur
normal costs. It is recommended that you have
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
your bike serviced prior to the event and that
you check it after transit. KATHMANDU C2C SOCKS WITH BUILT IN
1
The bike check provides a basic check at that point in
REFLECTIVE BAND
time. Not everything can realistically be picked up or
visible at the time of inspection. An inherent risk of cycling
is a failure during the ride due to a number of factors
including breakage or malfunction and possible injury to Reflective vest
the rider and others is a possibility. Neither the Coast to
Coast or any Bike store or staff, are in any way liable for the Only required if leaving Gorge Bridge on
condition of your bicycle at the event or other point in time. the final cycle stage after 6pm.
Must have significant reflective material and be
hi-vis base colour.
Cycle helmet Any competitor
Must be NZ / AUS standards approved. Correctly specific medication
fitted and free of defects / cracks. Any visible
This must also be recorded in your entry form
damage inside or out will result in a helmet
so race medical staff are aware of any potential
failing the check. conditions or issues.
KATHMANDU
recommended items
COAST TO COAST
Cycle tool kit Drink bottles
COMPULSORY
Including pump, spare tube / tubular, tools to be
COMPETITOR GEAR able to complete road side tyre change.
Cycle shoes
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Mountain run
Compulsory gear list
STAGE 2
All gear must be correctly sized for the competitor. You can
complete your gear check at Kathmandu stores. Checks open
three weeks prior to the event. You can also complete the gear
check at event registration.
The compulsory gear clothing is in addition to what is being worn
by the competitor when entering the mountain run stage. We
allow synthetic, natural or composite thermal products. Cotton is
unacceptable. A compression garment is not a thermal garment.
Competitors should experiment with what best suits their needs
for the activities and level of exercise they engage in.
Long sleeve thermal Waterproof pants
base layer top Waterproof (Seam sealed and constructed
No specific weight requirement. of durable material).
This is your next to skin layer. PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU POCKET-IT RAIN PANTS1
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:
KMDMOTION LONG SLEEVE TOP
KATHMANDU POLYPRO LONG SLEEVE
Full length thermal
base layer pants
Long sleeved No specific weight requirement.
This is your next to skin layer.
mid layer top
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:
Fabric must have insulation properties i.e
KMDMOTION LEGGINGS
fleece or similar. Garment weight approx.
220gsm or greater. KMDCORE UNISEX POLYPRO LONG JOHNS
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:
KMDASCENT LONG SLEEVE TOP Thermal gloves
KATHMANDU ZEOLITE HYBRID TOP
KATHMANDU RIDGE FLEECE PULLOVER No specific weight requirement.
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU POLYPRO GLOVES
Waterproof jacket
with hood
Thermal hat or
Waterproof (Seam sealed and constructed
of durable material, minimum 10,000mm balaclava
waterproof rating) with hood.
No specific weight requirement.
KATHMANDU PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS: PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU ZEOLITE JACKET V2 KATHMANDU LIGHTWEIGHT VECTRON
COAST TO COAST KATHMANDU ZEOLITE SHAKEDRY JACKET BEANIE
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
This model is water resistant due to non-waterproof pockets – acceptable for C2C.
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Mountain run
Compulsory gear list
STAGE 2
There will be a compulsory gear check at Goat Pass during the
mountain run stage - gear may also be spot checked at any time
during the run or at the finish.
Running shoes Whistle
The run is rocky and you will cross the river Attached to outside of pack or bib.
numerous times. Choose a shoe with lots of
contact surface - soles with high knobs can be PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
very slippery on the rocks. There are not many KATHMANDU WHISTLE KEYRING
muddy areas. Good drainage is a must. Socks
are highly recommended also.
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS: Survival bag
SALOMON SENSE RIDE
Foil survival BAG – blankets are NOT accepted.
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU EMERGENCY BAG V2
Backpack
Must be large enough to fit all compulsory
gear and food. First aid kit
– recommended volume 12L+
Minimum requirements:
– recommend putting clothing into
- 1.5m long (unstretched) roll of 5cm wide
Ziploc bags to keep dry
crepe bandage
– do not vacuum pack it, there is a - 2.5m long roll of 2cm wide strapping tape
gear check at Goat Pass.
- 10 Band-Aid strips
PRODUCT SUGGESTION: - Triangular bandage
KATHMANDU ZEOLITE RUN VEST - Scissors
- 4 x pain relief tablets
(that can be used to treat pain in case of injury
while help arrives - always follow the directions
for taking medications).
Drink bottles - Any competitor specific medication
(this must also be recorded in your entry
Something to carry water on the run, form so race medical staff are aware
bottle, bladder or cup. of any potential conditions or issues).
KATHMANDU PRODUCT SUGGESTION: PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
CHOOSE FROM THE KATHMANDU RANGE KATHMANDU FIRST AID KIT 1 PERSON
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
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Kayak
Compulsory gear list
STAGE 4
Kayaking gear will be scrutineered on Saturday morning before the kayak start
at Mt White. There is an option to have kayak gear that will be packed into
your dry back checked at Klondyke Corner on Friday between 1-6pm, items
that can be checked on Friday are identified with an asterisk(*) below.
Note, while some gear is the same as the mountain run, you will need to have
backups in case your mountain run gear is used and becomes wet. All gear
must be dry at scrutineering. All gear must be correctly sized for competitor. A
compression garment is not a thermal garment. The clothing items (excluding
the paddle jacket) must be in addition to what the competitor is wearing and
must be packed into dry-bag prior to athlete departing from Mt White.
Long sleeve thermal Full length thermal
base layer top* base layer pants*
No specific weight requirement. This is your next No specific weight requirement.
to skin layer. This is your next to skin layer.
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS: PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:
KMDMOTION LONG SLEEVE TOP KMDMOTION LEGGINGS
KMDCORE POLYPRO LONG SLEEVE KMDCORE UNISEX POLYPRO LONG JOHNS
Long sleeved
mid layer top* Thermal gloves*
This is your mid layer - can be lightweight
No specific weight requirement.
fleece or similar. Insulation properties approx.
220gsm or greater.
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS: PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU TRAILHEAD 200 FLEECE KATHMANDU POLYPRO GLOVES
JACKET
KATHMANDU ZEOLITE HYBRID TOP
KATHMANDU RIDGE FLEECE PULLOVER
Thermal hat*
Waterproof long No specific weight requirement.
sleeved paddle
PRODUCT SUGGESTION: KATHMANDU
specific jacket* LIGHTWEIGHT VECTRON BEANIE
Waterproof (seam sealed and constructed
of durable material) long sleeved PADDLE
SPECIFIC jacket - minimum of neoprene (or
equivalent) cuffs & neck. Must be in good
condition (not delaminating). Thermal socks*
KATHMANDU CHOOSE FROM THE RASDEX RANGE Synthetic, neoprene, merino or
COAST TO COAST similar – for if you have to spend a
period of time on the river bank.
COMPULSORY Waterproof pants*
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
COMPETITOR GEAR Waterproof (Seam sealed and constructed
of durable material).
KATHMANDU NUYARN ERGONOMICAL
HIKE SOCK
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU POCKET-IT RAIN PANTS 1
This model is water resistant due to non-waterproof pockets – acceptable for C2C.
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Kayak
Compulsory gear list
STAGE 4
Buoyancy testing of any PFDs that appear inadequate may occur
at scrutineering. Competitors should check that their buoyancy
vest meets the required standard before the Coast to Coast.
Kayak1 Repair / duct tape*
Must be suitable for the level of paddler (for At least 10 metres. Recommend also towelling
1st time entrants it MUST be the same level of cloth for drying kayak so duct tape sticks.
boat as assessed for Grade 2 certificate). There
may be random tests of kayaking competency Dry-bag*
and knowledge at registration using a nearby
stretch of grade 2 water. Must be waterproof /seam sealed and capable
of keeping gear dry when immersed in water.
Kayak must have a grab loop or toggle at the
nose of the kayak. PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
Waveriders, inflatable or sit on kayaks not KATHMANDU 10L ULTRALIGHT DRY SACK
permitted. Pods are not allowed on kayaks.
Floatation / air bags Survival bag
Foil Survival BAG – blankets are NOT accepted
Kayak must have pillars and two flotation/
(must be secured in PFD during kayak stage).
air bags or extensive watertight sealed
compartments that are drainable. The PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
minimum requirement is two rear floatation/
KATHMANDU EMERGENCY BAG V2
air bags of 20 litres each - correctly inflated
secured in the kayak. Wine bladders are not
acceptable! Kayaks using storage bulkheads as
floatation MUST HAVE waterproof hatch cover Whistle
FITTED before entering the river.
Attached to outside of PFD or bib.
Kayak specific helmet PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU WHISTLE KEYRING
Must be designed for paddle sports
- bike helmets not acceptable.
First aid kit*
Paddle
Minimum requirements:
Wing, whitewater or touring paddles accepted. - 1.5m long (unstretched) roll of 5cm wide
crepe bandage
Spray skirt - 2.5m long roll of 2cm wide strapping tape
- 10 Band-Aid strips
Neoprene / Waterproof and sized for kayak
- Triangular bandage
being paddled.
- Scissors
CHOOSE FROM THE RASDEX RANGE - 4 x pain relief tablets (that can be used to
treat pain in case of injury while help arrives
- always follow the directions for taking
Bouyancy vest (PFD) medications).
- Any Competitor specific medication
Securely fitting, free of defects and of 50N
KATHMANDU minimum buoyancy (type 406 specialist PFD
(this must also be recorded in your entry
form so race medical staff are aware
COAST TO COAST that complies with NZS standard) - must have
a webbing cinch strap below ribcage.
of any potential conditions or issues).
COMPULSORY RASDEX MULTSPORTER PFD
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU FIRST AID KIT 1 PERSON
COMPETITOR GEAR
1
River specific surf skis may be used but must gain clearance from the River Safety team at least two
weeks prior to the race to ensure suitability. Surf skis must satisfy the following criteria to be considered;
- Dedicated over-stern rudder.
- River specific, single skin contruction on hull.
- River specific venturis - highly recommended to have bailer style drain (venturis must have bungs for
venture ports in case cowlings are damaged in shallows).
- Competitor must also have an extra lower body layer - either dry-pants, wetsuit, Sharkskin or similar.
10Camping
Suggested items
Tent Extra items
– Drinks
PRODUCT SUGGESTION: CHOOSE FROM
THE KATHMANDU RANGE – Food
– Cash
– Rubbish bags
Sleeping bag – Toilet paper
– Cellphone & car charger
Suggest comfort of around 0˚C. – Torch/headlamp
– Keep cup for coffee
PRODUCT SUGGESTION: CHOOSE FROM
– Water containers
THE KATHMANDU RANGE
– Sand-fly repellent
– Sunscreen
Camping gear – Sun hat
- Towels
Check out all your camping gear and clothing
– Down jacket
at Kathmandu online or instore
– Rain jacket
- Camp chair
– Crew notes
- Cooking equipment
- Sleeping mat
PRODUCT SUGGESTION: CHOOSE FROM
THE KATHMANDU RANGE
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
11General There is no limit on supporters but they will not have access
to transitions and they may not help with your transitions in
Key stage rules are including in this Handbook, com- any way (except for removal of gear at certain points and
petitors must read and understand the full event rules – having the kayak scrutineered - see stage descriptions for
located on the website. details).
Support crew or teammates must be on hand at the end of
Competitors must understand the running, kayaking and Stages to take charge of the competitor’s equipment. With
cycling stages – see descriptions in this Handbook. large numbers of competitors and limited areas to under-
take the transitions, it is critical that support crew remove
Download this Handbook prior to leaving for the race – equipment immediately. Support crew should be able to
make sure you have the latest version because it could be lift, carry, and securely tie down the kayak, if you only have
updated during the year. one support crew do not rely on officials to help.
Race Bibs Support crew and teammates cannot follow their competi-
One competitor bib and timing transponder will be pro- tors or offer assistance on any stage of the event, except in
vided per team and must be swapped when teammem- transitions. Support crew and teammates are not allowed
bers change for various stages. Bibs must not be altered to enter any part of the running or kayaking stages except
in any way and must be worn throughout the event. The at transitions.
bib must be your outermost garment at all times (i.e. Support crew must provide NZ cellphone numbers in case
over the top of any thermals, jackets, PFD etc.) Bibs can they or their competitor needs to be contacted during the
be worn under your running backpack, but you must event (required during entry process).
attach the supplied number to the rear of your running
pack so officials can see your number from behind. Support crew are advised to study the transition areas and
prepare their competitor’s equipment,clothing, food and
Failure to clearly show your number when asked will lead drink well in advance of their arrival. Transitions sometimes
to you being stopped until officials can accurately deter- take place in paddocks and in the dark, so support crew
mine your bib number. should wear sturdy footwear and bring a torch or head-
No responsibility is taken by the Race Director, staff, vol- lamp. You may need to walk up to a kilometre from your
unteers or sponsors for any loss of or damage to property car, with competitor gear.
of competitors, support crew, or friends during the Kath- At the kayak put-in at Mt White and take-out at Gorge
mandu Coast to Coast. Competitors and support crews Bridge it is highly likely your competitor will expect you to
should have their own personal property insurance. get in the water to hold your boat steady – a spare pair
Officials are an important part of the Kathmandu Coast of shoes that can get wet and some shorts will come in
to Coast safety system. Instructions by officials to com- handy! Supporters who are not critical to the transition
petitors and support crew must be followed. Failure to do at Mt White are encouraged to continue their journey to
so will result in heavy time penalties or disqualification. Gorge Bridge, parking is limited at Mt White.
Make sure you know where to go – if you are not familiar
Medical Services with the course and area please make sure that you have
SportsMed and ProMed will be available at every transi- a good map of Canterbury and Christchurch and program
tion for general medical support and emergency re- the transitions into your GPS or check out the locations
sponse. Providing specialist paramedic staff and equip- prior to the race – remember to obey all officials instructions
ment, they integrate with, and complement our river and at the different areas.
mountain safety teams. There are also medical crews on Ensure your competitor does not over-train. Keep a bal-
cycle stages. ance between training and family, social, and work rela-
tionships.
Support Crew Try to remain cheerful. Remember that your competitor will
Support crew are an integral part of the team and should become “possessed of the devil” during the event, total-
be briefed by the competitor for their role. Competitors ly irrational, and if things get really bad may even blame
may only have two official support crew (choose careful- support crew for their mistakes. Humour them at the time
ly, you are not allowed to swap the wristband between – then make their lives hell while they’re recovering.
support crew). Be nice to officials. Many of them are volunteers, so a nice
smile makes their day a lot happier.
12Klondyke Corner camping - portable toilets placed
Toilets around the camping area, plus toilets on a trailer. The
towable toilets will remain on site until the last Two Day
Portable toilets are located along the course at various competitor has departed for Mt White on Saturday.
venues. We try and position them to meet demand, but
Mt White turn-off - portable toilet placed near the high-
at times we’ll never have enough and you may have to
way. Support crews must not stop to use it as you drive
queue.
down to Mt White Bridge.
The toilets are serviced to ensure they remain clean, fra- Mt White Bridge - portable toilets located just over the
grant and stocked, so at times will be unavailable. If you bridge on the left hand side.
find that toilets need servicing or are short of supplies,
Mt White Bridge catering - portable toilets located be-
please let the service staff know. Toilets do not have light-
tween the parking area and the bridge, near the catering.
ing, so if you’re using them at night, take a torch. While
we endeavour to keep them stocked with toilet paper it is Woodstock checkpoint – toilet located on river left, where
highly recommended you bring a back up supply! marshal and timing point will be positioned.
Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge - portable toilets locat-
Toilets are located at:
ed in the riverbed, bike transition and car park. There are
Kumara Racecourse - permanent toilets, adjacent to permanent Selwyn District Council toilets on the left hand
the kitchen. side of the shingle road down to the river.
Kumara Town - permanent toilets located at the rugby Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge cycle stands - portable
field. toilet for competitors only, adjacent to the cycle stands.
Kumara Bike Transition – portable toilets Finish – portable toilets under the south ramp of the pier,
Kumara Bike Transition to Kumara Beach – portable and at various points around the finish area.
toilets at various locations on the way to the beach, all
near the road on the northern side. Some toilets located Temporary Traffic Management
on the beach side of the checkpoint.
An extensive approved traffic management plan is in op-
Aickens Corner transition - portable toilets. You pass eration and is updated annually. A variety of signs are used
them on your left as you drive to the car park. There are along the course. Some that you need to know for parking
also toilets in the car park. Please do not ‘go’ in the trees areas are:
Aickens Corner transition competitors only – there is a
toilet reserved for competitors only, located between the
cycle finish and the timing point. Site access 150m - entrance to a car park
Klondyke corner - portable toilets located across the on your right, approximately 150m ahead,
shingle road on the grass (south of the finish chute) as followed by ...
well as a permanent Department of Conservation toilet
on the edge of the bush.
Site access - entrance to a car park on
your right, approximately 75m ahead
No stopping or waiting even for just a
minute! Do not park between the signs
or on the road shoulder or grass verge
behind the signs.
13Registration, Greymouth Race Briefing
Welcome to Greymouth, West Coast, South Island, New A copy of the race briefing will be emailed prior and avail-
Zealand. able to download from the website before the event. The
briefing will be split into two parts – the first will cover all of
Thursday the safety-related information and key times, it is compul-
9am-4pm Registration and Sponsor Expo sory to attend this portion of the race briefing. The second
Westland Recreation Centre, Greymouth. part is optional. It will explain the race from start to finish
5pm Race Briefing and be an opportunity for participants and crew to get
Westurf Hockey Ground (next to Westland Rec Centre)
more information about what to expect during the course
of the race and to ask any questions. The race briefing will
Registration Process be held at the Westurf Hockey Ground (next to Westland
Each athlete will be allocated a 30 minute time slot Recreation Centre).
they must register within, allocated times will be com- Strapping
municated via email by 15 January. Plan and prepare to SportsMed will tape/strap ankles at registration. No
be in Greymouth all day Thursday. This is to assist with pre-bookings are taken. The price is $15 for one ankle or
COVID-19 requirements. $20 for two ankles.
Massage
During registration competitors will be provided with:
• Kathmandu race bags (doubles as the gear bag) The Hands On Clinic Massage Team will work at Klondyke
• Race bib Corner on Friday and New Brighton on Saturday. Massages
• Timing transponder are $35 for 20 minutes (no double bookings). Bookings can
• Race stickers for bikes and kayak. These must be ap- be made by phoning (03) 366-0620 or 0800 INJURY from
plied before starting the race. Remove all old stickers Monday 14 December.
and event numbers from the kayak.
• Run number to be attached to the back of the back- Registration checklist
pack for the Mountain Run stage
Before going to Westland Events Centre, Greymouth
• Competitor wristbands. This must be worn at all
times during the event • Check your registration time slot
• Kathmandu Coast to Coast t-shirts • Download the event App (search for ‘Coast to Coast’)
• Support crew vehicle sticker (1) • Mountain Run gear check (at selected Kathmandu
• Support crew wristbands (2). Must be worn to allow stores)
support crew access into transitions and to collect
• Bike check (at selected bike stores)
compeitors equipment. No wristband = no gear col-
lection. Support crew will only be able to collect gear • Vehicle fuelled up
corresponding to the wristband number
• If a GPS tracker was ordered, collect at registration At Westland Events Centre, Greymouth
• Register, collect GPS tracker, if ordered
Compulsory checks • Gear check, bike check, if not already done
You can complete your compulsory bike check at selected
• Stickers on cycles
bike retailers around the country and run gear checks at
Kathmandu stores. These checks open 3 weeks before • Stickers on cycle helmets
race dates. You can also do these checks at registration • Stickers on kayak helmets
but avoid the queues and get them done prior to the • Number attached to backpack for the Mountain Run
race, if possible. Refer to the compulsory check lists for • Ankle strapping
what will be checked. Make sure to bring any gear not
pre-checked to registration with you. • Purchase merchandise
NOTE – kayak equipment will be scrutineered on Saturday
morning at Mt White kayak transition. Some kayak items
can be checked at Klondyke Corner on Friday night (refer
to Kayak checklist for full details).
Cycle crews will be in attendance for repairs at registra-
tion on Thursday, but note that the bike mechanics will
be busy, with bike checks as their priority. Repairs are at
the cost of the competitor.
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Westland Recreation Centre
High Street
WESTLAND RECREATION
T
HS
HIG
Bike check area
WESTURF HOCKEY
GROUND
RACE BRIEFING
Reception
Mountain Gear Check Zone
Swimming Pool
(inc hydroslides,
sauna & spa)
Entry to Race
Briefing
Changing Rooms
Stadium
Rego Exit
REGISTRATION & Sports
Rego & Sponsors
SPONSOR EXPO Med
Staff & Sponsors
car park
Shakespeare Street
Car entrance
15If arriving from the East (Kumara) you must continue
Food Stalls at Kumara Racecourse passed the transition and turn at the roundabout and
Thursday unload along the north side of the road, opposite the
New this year- Kumara Food Stalls! The Kumara transition.
Community will be offering a variety of delicious food If arriving from the West (Greymouth or Hokitika), unload
options on Thursday from 5.30pm at the Kumara along the north side of the road, opposite the transition.
Racecourse. Stalls will offer vegetarian, meat and
gluten free options. Cash is preferred, yet EFTPOS will Rack your bike according to your race number in transi-
be available. Let’s support the community and their tion. Make sure you remember which row you need to run
continued efforts to create a unique, fun and tasty down to get to your bike.
Kumara experience for all. Food will be available from You must wear your timing transponder, reflective ankle
5.30pm until 8pm or when the food runs out. bands and cycle helmet for the 2.2km walk to the beach
and the run to the cycles. It will still be dark while you’re
Camping at Kumara Racecouse walking to the beach. Don’t forget to wear your bib.
Support crew and competitors can set up camp at the Bring the gear bag that came with your race pack to put
Kumara Racecourse (including Campervans). There are your warm-up clothes in prior to the start. This gear will
no powered sites. $15 per person paid in cash on arrival to be collected at the start line and taken to New Brighton,
the Racecourse. This is a fundraising activity for the Ku- and will be available for you (or support crew) to collect
mara Racing Club. If you are camping at the racecourse at the finish line.
you will be required to cycle to Kumara Transition on race You should use running shoes for the run from the beach
morning (5km), support crew will not be permitted to to the transition. Leave shoes at the bike racks - officals
drive from the Racecourse to Kumara Transition on race will collect and take to New Brighton for collection. Make
morning. Anyone cycling from Kumara racecourse must sure shoes are numbered.
wear high vis vest and lights.
Please minimise the amount of gear you take to the
Kumara Racecourse facilities beach and make sure it all fits in your supplied gear bag.
• Campsite No extra bags please, space is limited.
• Showers
• Water
• Toilets
• Camp kitchen
Kumara Transition - Competitors
Plan B start times may vary. Harvest Class
Centre
5:30am Transition open for bike racking
6:30am Transition closes for bike racking
6:45am Pre-start race briefing at Kumara Beach Run
Entry
7am Race Start Individuals
7:20am Race Start Teams (includes Tandems)
• You must place your bike in the position To start at
Light Kumara
marked by your race number Stand Beach
• Flagpoles, flags or balloons are NOT allowed No Parking
Bike
Exit No Parking RoadClosed
on the cycle stands.
• NO PARKING on the transition side of the
road – it will be very busy there.
To Greymout h
• You must have front and rear lights on your
bike Train track
• Reflective ankle bands must be worn
• Only competitors to be out of cars at drop-off
zone, any competitors with support crew seen
out of their cars will receive a penalty
• Anyone cycling from Kumara racecourse must
wear high vis vest and lights. 16Kumara Transition - Support crew Stage 1a - Run 2.2km
Support crew are not allowed to be out of cars at the The team Cyclist or Kayaker can do this stage, the team
drop-off zone, any competitors with support crew seen out Runner will not have time complete this stage and get to the
of their cars will receive a penalty. Mountain Run start area (due to road closure).
Once you have dropped your competitor off, drive to the Kumara Beach
end of the first cycling stage at Aickens Corner and park in There is no start order on the beach. There will be two flags
the designated car park. Do not delay - leave early! Sup- set back as far as practical on the beach or road (depend-
port crew cannot follow their competitors or offer assis- ing on access to beach) and you will have to start between
tance on any cycle stage. these. Please be sensible and seed yourselves, if you antici-
pate taking 3 hours on the ride don’t start at the front, you
NOTE: There is a road closure on Friday from the Ku-
will get run over!
mara roundabout through to Jacksons. Officially this
starts at 6am but you will be able to drop your com- The course
petitor off and continue through this route as long as Run up the gravel road and turn left onto the main road,
you leave the Kumara Transition area by 6:30am. The there is a slight rise before you reach Kumara Junction. Head
transition closes for bike racking at 6:30am. straight through towards the cycle transition. Turn right into
the transition area and run all the way around the outside of
the bike racking area and enter on the far-right hand corner.
From here you can go directly to your bike.
DO NOT ride in the transition, run with your bike to the exit
point and mount your bike where the sign indicates you can
do so.
17Stage 1b - Cycle 55km
You MUST obey all road rules and keep to the left, DO NOT
Kumara Transition to Aickens Corner cross the centre line under any circumstances. There will also
• Drafting off other competitors allowed (no drafting be media and official vehicles on the road and it is highly like-
off non-registered cyclists or vehicles) ly you will also encounter local traffic. KEEP TO THE LEFT!
• No support crew on the cycle course There is a railway line between Jacksons and Aickens (ap-
• No iPod or similar audio devices are to be used. The proximately 2km to go). Road rules apply - stop for trains.
competitor must be able to hear other riders and The crossing has an uneven surface between the tracks – take
instructions from officials. EXTREME CAUTION and be especially careful if you are in a
• Cyclists must not ride more than two abreast. bunch.
• Normal road code applies There is a one lane bridge between Jacksons and Aickens.
• Be aware of traffic in both directions Please obey the road rules and give way to traffic.
• Keep to the left, don’t cross the centre line
• Stop for trains The transition is on the left-hand side about 2km after the
railway crossing. You will see a gravel run-off heading into
This cycle stage is 55km, following the Taramakau valley a paddock and the transition are. Follow the signage and
towards the Main Divide. The route is flat or undulat- instructions from officials.
ing and has a net elevation gain of 250m. There is one
railway crossing and several one-lane bridges – if you’re in Dismount where indicated, then run with your bike through
the bunch please indicate to cyclists behind of approach- to rack your bike. Exit the racking area to the far left of the
ing bridges or hazards. There are several very fast down- transition and run down the chute to your crew. Individual
hills and large bunches often form on this ride, please be crews will be set up on the left side of the chute – make a plan
very careful in bunches – this is usually the most danger- of where to find them. Be aware of other competitors running
ous part of the race. through. Collect your running gear and ensure you are wear-
ing your bib before departing onto the Mountain Run stage.
There is a road closure from Kumara Junction to just be- The timing point is after the transition under the inflatable
fore Jacksons (10km to go). Do not count on it working. arch as you head out onto the Mountain Run stage.
18You must set up on the right-hand side (as competitors see
it) of the chute (individuals will be on the left-hand side).
Aickens Transition - Support crew There will be bib number ranges signposted indicating where
Cycle to Run to stand and wait for your competitor. Make sure your com-
• Park where directed by officials, NOT on the road side. petitor has their backpack with complusory gear, bib and
timing transponder before they exit onto the mountain run
• No stopping on the side of the track to the car park.
stage.
• No parking in the Taramakau Valley DoC car park.
• No flags on sticks or sharp objects allowed within the Once your competitor has left on the run, gather up all
transition. cycling and transition gear. Collect the bike from the transi-
• Support Crew or team mates are not allowed to offer tion entry point once officials advise the transition is open to
assistance or enter any part of the Run stage except do so – it will be possible to collect bikes in between waves of
at transition. competitors coming through. Please be quick. You will need
• Support crew or team mates cannot enter the run- your Support crew wristband to collect the bike. You will only
ning chute – competitors must go to their crew. be able to collect the competitor’s bike that corresponds to
the number on your wristband.
• Support crew cannot leave the Aickens car park until
after 9am. Don’t panic, there is plenty of time! Officials can make spot checks of competitor’s compulsory
• Support crew must not stop at the Deception Foot- mountain safety equipment at any time. Do not discard any
bridge and must not use the Deception Footbridge. equipment, it could be spot checked at any time. There is a
On arrival at Aickens Corner, turn left and take the vehi- compulsory gear check at Goat Pass for EVERYONE. Penal-
cle track to the riverbed car park. Prepare your competi- ties or disqualifications will be given to all competitors not
tor’s Mountain Run equipment. carrying correct equipment - make sure your competitors are
organised and have everything.
Competitors will finish cycling, (last 100m is on gravel),
dismount before the farm gate, run under the transition Breakfast
banner and rack their bikes before running through to the
transition change-over area. Please keep gear bins and Lake Brunner School will have breakfast for sale at the
deck chairs away from the main transition chute area, Aickens transition – whitebait patties, bacon, eggs, Blackball
set them up behind the change-over area. sausages, omeletes, hash browns, coffee, tea and milo. Bring
cash for payment. This is a fundrasier for the School.
Cycle to Run
Cycle to Run
Transition
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Registration
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Bike Collection Officials
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OR ST
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Timing Point
Athletes Car park exit
Assistants Only south of car
Entry park
Assistant areas – not allowed in
NOTE: No supporters
actual chute (must stay in designated access through field
area, athletes run to crew)
Map shows 2 Day layout, 1 Day to carpark.
assistants are allowed on both sides
of the chute
Assistants
walking route
Athlete flow
19Drink - many competitors choose to drink directly out of the
Stage 2 – Mountain Run 30.5km rivers. The water is generally very good and safe to drink but
Stage cut-offs: we cannot guarantee this, however, when you get close to
the stopbank and power lines towards the end of the run
2pm Doreen Creek (competitors will return to
you will cross the Bealey River, Giardia is present, do not
Deception Footbridge)
drink water from the Bealey River.
4pm Goat Pass
There is some race-specific course marking, but competitors
7:30pmKlondyke Corner are responsible for their own navigation over the course and
should familiarise themselves with the terrain. Competitors
Key stage rules (full rules located on website)
who have not been over the course should consider carrying
• Compulsory mountain run equipment must be car- a map (Topo50 Map BV20-Otira) and compass or GPS.
ried, see page 7 & 8. Email info@coasttocoast.co.nz for a downloadable GPS
• Officials can randomly check competitors’ equipment route file.
anywhere on the mountain stage including at Klon-
The course marking is a mix of DoC marking and race-spe-
dyke Corner.
cific marking – it is a fast, efficient route but it is not com-
• Officials will check competitors’ equipment at Goat pulsory to follow, you may self-navigate.
Pass (a sign 500m prior will indicate items being
checked). Head out of the Aickens Corner transition and through the
timing point under the arch. Follow a farm track for about
• It is forbidden for any competitor to run on railway
2.5km until you reach the Deception Footbridge. Continue
lines (except when directly crossing them), including
straight ahead for about 15m before turning left through
the Bealey River railway bridge. Be aware trains are
the trees, down the bank and into the river. Cross to the far
scheduled to be running during the event.
side and start up the Deception Valley.
• No iPods or similar audio devices to be used by
competitors on the course (phones are OK to use You don’t have to follow a set route but generally follow a
for photos – there is no cellphone coverage on mix of rough tracks and the main riverbed up the valley –
majority of the run stage). there are multiple river crossings.
• Do not drop rubbish – carry all rubbish out. After about 13.5km, there is a succession of bush tracks that
• Mountain running shoes must be cleaned, to Biose- mark the start of the upper Gorge, here the valley steepens
curity New Zealand standards before and after the significantly and the next 4km to Goat Pass take even the
event or when moving between waterways during quickest athletes close to 40 minutes. This is one of the
the event. You must also do this before and after any most stunning sections of the run and has many routes –
training on the course. following the wet footprints is usually a safe bet.
• Detergent footbaths are provided for Didymo control About 500m from Goat Pass you turn right up a smaller
at Goat Pass. Competitors must immerse both shoes creek and scramble and wade your way up the final part
in the baths. of the climb. Goat Pass elevation is 1070m so you will have
• It is the competitor’s responsibility to have adequate climbed around 800 vertical metres and run about 17.5km
skills to negotiate and avoid the hazards on the from Aickens transition to this point. There is a compulso-
mountain running stage. The Otira, Deception, Ming- ry gear check at this point and you will have to show a set
ha and Bealey Rivers are steep and bouldery and can number of items that will be displayed on a sign at the bot-
change conditions rapidly. tom of the final climb. This is the same for everyone. Missing
gear will result in major penalties or disqualification.
• Support crew must not run down the riverbed with
competitors or take equipment from them or assist From Goat Pass it is around 13km to Klondyke Corner, the
them in any way. track is generally much better formed and includes some
• Hiking poles are not permitted boardwalks over fragile ground. It is also mainly downhill
with the exception of a few short, sharp climbs, the largest
Course notes
KATHMANDU being Dudley Knob where you will often find photographers.
WARNING: The run course is very rough and there are The final 5-6km is flat but is some of the roughest riverbed
COAST TO COAST
many places where most people simply cannot run. If you to run over. When you reach the stopbank you get some
COMPULSORY
haven’t been over the course, prepare yourself by doing
a lot of training on the roughest ground you can find.
respite for about a kilometre, then the final 1.5km is real
ankle-rolling stuff, especially if you are tired. Concentrate
COMPETITOR GEAR
See the race YouTube channel for some footage from and focus on getting safely to the cheering crowds waiting
the running section. Expect A LOT of running on rocks at the finish of the stage.
with no track. It is a wilderness run. There are only two
ways out, on foot or in a helicopter (which can only fly Remember: Take sufficient food and wear sun protection.
during daytime and in good weather). There are poten-
tial charges for non-emergency helicopter extractions of
$500 per person.
20MOUNTAIN RUN 30.5KM
START
Aickens Corner
NOTE: No training
prior to race day
2.75km Deception Foot Bridge between Aickens and
Deception foot bridge
as this is Private
Property
14.25km Dorreen Creek
17.5km Goat Pass
22.5km Dudley knob
Klondyke Corner
FINISH
PROFILE
1071
1150
KATHMANDU 950
HEIGHT (METRES)
COAST TO COAST 700
COMPULSORY 450
COMPETITOR GEAR 200
0 2.5 5 7.5 10 12.5 15 17.5 20 22.5 25 27.5 30
DISTANCE (KILOMETRES)
21Drinking water
Klondyke Corner - Support crew Do not drink from the Bealey River, Giardia is present. Water
Rules is available from a water tanker, but we recommend that you
• Take all rubbish away with you fill up water containers prior to arrival at Klondyke Corner.
• No open fires or solid fuel barbeques There isn’t enough water to replenish campervan showers
and toilets.
• Dogs are not allowed in the National Park (not even
in your car) Meals
• Don’t drink from the Bealey River, Giardia is present. Sheffield School will have lunch, dinner and breakfast for sale
at Klondyke Corner. Have cash available. This is a fundrasier
• Pedestrians must take GREAT CARE when crossing
for the School.
the State Highway and cross at the designated cross-
ing point. Gear bags
• Do not park in long grass, hot exhausts can start fires Competitor’s gear bags from the start line and running shoes
from Kumara transition will be available at Klondyke Corner
• DO NOT PARK ON THE ROAD VERGE OF STATE
for collection. Make sure running shoes are labeled pre-start
HIGHWAY 73 UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
with the competitor’s race number.
Parking
Sponsor expo
On arrival at Klondyke Corner turn right off the State
Highway to the parking area. Park your vehicle in the des- There is a sponsor expo, information point and a big screen
ignated mown areas and where directed by the officials. for people to watch the progress of their competitor through
All competitors and support crew, even if you are not the Mountain Run. There will be live-feed cameras and timing
camping, are required to park in the camping area. Keep points on the Mountain Run stage. There is also 3G coverage
emergency access ways (4m wide lane) clear. Please do (Vodafone & Spark). At 7pm there will be a highlights video of
not exceed 5kpmh. Day 1 on the big screen.
Camping Medical services
Camping is free and does not need to be pre-booked. Medical, physio and massage services available at Klondyke
Athletes and support crew can set up camp from 3pm Corner on Friday afternoon.
on Wednesday, please check in with an official before
Kayak Gear check
setting up or you may be required to move. Competitors
/support crew must supply their own tents and camping Selected compulsory kayak gear can be checked at Klondyke
equipment. Corner between 1-6pm (check can be completed by support
crew). The items that can be checked are marked with an
asterisk on the Kayak Gear list (p 9&10).
Once the gear has been checked the dry bag
Friday (2 day) will receive an identifying tag. Once checked, no
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gear may be removed from the bag prior to the
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start of the kayak stage. At kayak scrutineering
g ts’
on Saturday morning you will need to show the
marshals the dry bag with identifying tag. All
other kayak items must be checked on Saturday
Tandem Kayak Set Up
morning.
Recovery
Day 2 Start Arch
Massage,
Ice Baths
Notes:
Spectator & Medical
Crossing
Point Day 2 Athlete start
• Bring insect repellent – the sandflies are
gathering point
Finish Arch ferocious, and relentless
Big Screen
Fin
• No bookings are required for the campsite,
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Timing
campsites cannot be reserved
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Marquee
• Portable toilets available
• Limited catering, bar and coffee available
• Big screen with live race coverage
• 3G phone coverage (Vodafone & Spark)
• Information point
• Bike mechanics available
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Athlete flow
22
Saturday (1 day)Saturday timetable (Day 2) All competitors must be in their start group by 6.55am. No
Plan B start times may vary exceptions. You can keep your warm-up gear on until the
4:30am Car Parking open at Mt White Bridge last minute - the bag drop is close to the start line.
Competitors (except for Early Start wave) will start in order
5am All Support crew must have departed from Day 1, with the fastest competitors off first in groups
Klondyke Corner for Mt White Kayak Transition of 15, at intervals of 2 minutes.
6:30am Early group report to startline NOTE: Individuals, Two and Three Person Relay teams will start together in
order of finishing from Day 1. Tandem teams will start after that.
6:45am Day 2 Race start (early group)
All other competitors must report to startline There will be a short briefing with any updated information
6:50am Support crew briefing, Mt White prior to the start. You will line up in your wave, then start
behind the arch and roll forward across the timing mat as
7am Day 2 Race starts (main group then Tandems) your wave is released.
9:20am On river cut-off at Mt White
The course
4:30pm Cut-off at Gooseberry
Turn left and cycle along the main road for 15km to the Mt
7pm Cut-off at Woodstock White turn-off.
8:15pm Cut-off at Gorge Bridge (off river) The one-lane bridge near the start is marshaled, follow their
instructions.
8:30pm Must be on bike
The ride is undulating with several very fast downhills –
Midnight Course closed
please take extra care if it is wet, windy, or you are in a
bunch. Also be aware of the steep downhill after the bluffs
Stage 3 - Cycle 15.5km & Run 1.3km is often in poor condition and should be treated with extra
caution.
You may have a dedicated cyclist and runner for this
stage - transition at the Mt White Bridge turnoff, by the Once you reach the Mount White turn-off, turn left onto
cycle racks. the gravel road, dismount, and run with your bike for
1km~ down to the river. It is highly recommended you carry
Key stage rules (full rules located on website) some running shoes or sturdy river booties to put on, or use
• NO WARM-UP CYCLING ON THE ROAD mountain bike shoes for this stage – it is not a pleasant run
• Drafting off other competitors allowed (no drafting in socks, bare feet or road cycle cleats!
off non-registered cyclists or vehicles). At the bottom of the road is a railway crossing – you must
• No support crew on the cycle course obey the marshals here, if a train is coming you must STOP.
• No iPod or similar audio devices are to be used. The Failure to obey marshals will result in disqualification. Once
competitor must be able to hear other riders and it is clear, you cross the bridge and rack your bike on the
instructions from officials. left-hand side of the road where your crew can also meet
• There are three one lane bridges on this ride. Please you.
obey the road rules and give way to traffic. Continue running to the right along the road to the kayak
• There is a railway crossing at Mt White Bridge. put-in area. This area changes yearly depending on the
• Cyclists must not ride more than two abreast. path of the river, it is possible you will still have up to 300m~
to run until you reach the kayak.
• Normal road code applies
• Be aware of traffic in both directions
• Keep to the left, don’t cross the centre line
• Stop for trains
There is limited shelter at Klondyke Corner. Please do not
KATHMANDU
take cycles inside the marquee, or lean them against
COAST TO COAST
marquee walls or poles or block access ways.
COMPULSORY
Leave your warm-up clothing in your numbered gear bag
with the officials at Klondyke Corner. Don’t leave valu-
COMPETITOR GEAR
ables in it. This bag will be taken to the finish line at New
Brighton. Officials will take all care, but no responsibility.
There will be a start at 6.45am for competitors who fin-
ished Day 1 after 6pm or for other special circumstances,
anyone in this wave will be unranked. If you wish to be
considered for the early start please visit the Information
Point at Klondyke corner on Friday. 23MT WHITE HIGHWAY TRANSITION
1 Day Assistants
Parking
NO PARKING Only
2 Day Assistants
Parking
Leave
access
way clear 1 Day
Assistants
Parking
Only
Timing Mat
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
1 Day Bike
Stands 2 Day Competitors
COMPULSORY carry/push cycles to the river
COMPETITOR GEAR 1leaveDay Competitors
cycles at highway
3 person team holding area
Athlete flow
24• The riverbank area must be cleared of support crew by
7am.
Mount White - Support crew • There is a support crew briefing at 6:50am, please
4:30am Mt White car parking open ensure you attend this briefing.
4:30-6:45am Kayak scrutineering • No support crew are to wait at the highway for their
competitor. No support crew are to wait on the railway
5am Support crew must have departed Klond- side of Mt White Bridge or on Mt White Bridge. Line up
ke corner and wait for your competitor’s number to be called.
6:50am Support crew briefing, Mt White • Your competitor must not take their bib off until they
7am Riverbank must be clear of support crew have reached their kayak. You must not take the kayak
Rules to the water until your competitor has their bib on and is
ready to paddle.
• No support crew are to walk from the Highway to Mt
White Bridge. • Any cars departing Mt White Bridge with a kayak (either
a spare or withdrawn competitor) must stop and be
• No stopping of vehicles to unload kayaks until you are
cleared by a kayak official.
parked. You must walk with the kayak on the riverside
of the gravel road to the scrutineering area. You must remain at the river until the last Two Day compet-
• You must present your competitor’s kayak and all itor has reached their kayak. Do not delay your departure!
compulsory equipment for scrutineering at Mt White Leave as soon as you’re cleared to go!
Bridge before 6:45am.
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
25Support crew must leave Klondyke Corner by 5am to At the Mt White Bridge turn-off on Highway 73, competitors
drive to Mt White Bridge. You must leave your competitor dismount and carry or run with their cycles for 1km~ down to
behind, with bib, cycle, cycle helmet and timing tran- the river and across Mt White Bridge where they rack their
sponder (and shoes for the run down to Mt White Bridge, cycle on the left-hand side of the road after crossing the
if needed). Competitors should have warm-up clothing bridge, and where you must collect their cycle afterwards.
while waiting to start the cycle at Klondyke Corner. You Competitors may use running shoes for the cycle and/or run
are able to leave your campsite set up at Klondyke, you to Mt White Bridge – in this case they must carry their shoes
will have time after your athlete has started the kayak with them from Klondyke Corner – no assistance is allowed at
stage to return and pack down your campsite. the Mt White Bridge road turn-off. If a competitor or support
If you don’t need to be at Mt White Bridge don’t drive crew is asked by an official to stop for a train, you must do
down. Some support crew opt to leave a vehicle at Klon- so.
dyke Corner so their competitor can stay warm. Vehicles Help your competitor with their kayaking equipment, and
left at Klondyke Corner must wait until the last Two Day launch them onto the river. Check that their PFD is done up
competitor reaches Mt White (about a 40 minute cycle) correctly (& firmly!), competitors will be disqualified for not
before they can leave Klondyke Corner to drive directly to wearing PFD correctly. Check they have their bib over the
Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge (kayak exit). top of their buoyancy vest. Kayaking helmets must be worn.
Parking at Mt White Bridge will open from 4.30am. First After your competitor has left make sure you collect all their
cars will be parked closest to the transition. gear including bike, shoes and helmet before proceeding
Do not pack equipment into the boat before scrutineer- to the Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge transition. You must
ing - officials need to check it is all there. Have it on remain at the river until the last Two Day competitor has
display, and then pack it after it has been scrutineered. reached their kayak. Do not delay your departure! Leave as
All compulsory equipment must remain in the kayak once soon as you’re cleared to go! Be aware of One Day Support
checked. Crew walking down the road.
Once scrutineered, you will place the kayak in numeri- Checklist
cal order on the north bank of the river, and re-pack all • Kayaking gear scrutineered and loaded in the boat
compulsory equipment. Ensure the dry-bag is correctly • Food and drink for the expected duration, plus a bit
sealed so it remains waterproof. more
It is highly recommended that competitors have addi- • PFD done up correctly
tional warm clothing to put on for the kayak stage – it • Competitor bib over their PFD
can be very cold* on the river especially if they have a
swim. Do not underestimate the river and remember • Kayak helmet on, done up
all compulsory thermal gear is in addition to what is • Paddle, spraydeck on, drink system connected
being worn by your competitor when they leave Mt • Sunblock (keep it off the paddle)
White. • Collect all transition gear, cycling gear, bike
*Talk about this with your competitor before the race – if are
Breakfast/lunch
in a down jacket it is very likely your competitor will need more
than a cycle top! Springfield School will have breakfast and lunch for sale at
Mt White Bridge between 5-10am on Saturday. Have cash
available. This is a fundrasier for the School.
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
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